January 19, 2024

Portland, Oregon Named Best City for Filmmakers by Moviemaker Magazine with Kudos to Portland Film Festival

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Moviemaker Magazine names Portland, Oregon as one of the Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker

Moviemaker Magazine’s latest accolade for Portland, Oregon, comes from their esteemed article, “The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker, 2024,” featured in their special Sundance and Slamdance Edition.

Josh Leake, the Executive Director and Founder of the Portland Film Festival, shared his enthusiasm: “It’s no surprise to us, but we’re thrilled for our beautiful city of Portland.” The recognition of Portland Film Festival among the top 20 film festivals in the city underscores the communal efforts to nurture independent filmmaking locally and across the globe.

Readers eager to explore the full lineup of top filmmaking locations, including Portland, can find “The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker, 2024” in the latest edition of Moviemaker Magazine, available on newsstands or through the provided online link.

This honor is a testament to the vibrant film community and Moviemaker Magazine’s dedication to showcasing the rich and diverse landscapes of Portland, making it an exemplary backdrop for filmmakers.

Read the The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker, 2024 article

NOW OPEN: Call for Entry Submissions for the 2026 Portland Film Festival

Filmmakers, it’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for. The Portland Film Festival is now accepting submissions for 2026. We are looking for good films with compelling stories. Do you have any suggestions? Please submit your narrative features, documentaries, shorts of all kinds, transmedia, web series, student films, TikToks, Reels, music videos, and more.

Meet Äsk: Portland Film Festival’s New Customer Services Manager Takes Flight

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest member of our customer service team – and this introduction comes with a twist that we think you’ll love. Meet Äsk, our customer services manager who happens to be a beautifully crafted moth puppet!

Portland Film Festival announces 2025 Slate of Films Including Closer by Kristin Stewart

Portland’s fan favorite indie film festival, Portland Film Festival will be hosting its upcoming edition at the Center of Native Arts + Cultures located at SE 10th and Belmont. Over 90 films from around the world with several local films will be screened from October 1st through the 5th. Tickets are now on sale at pdxff.com.

Joe Stevens Celebrates Sixth Year as Portland Film Festival Programming Director

From directing traffic to directing film programming – Joe Stevens has come full circle at the Portland Film Festival, now marking his sixth year as Director of Programming.

Portland Film Festival’s Future Filmmakers Program & Native Arts + Cultures Foundation Sponsor Youth Film Education

Aspiring filmmakers from Southwest Washington and Oregon gathered Saturday, September 20th at the Center for Native Arts + Cultures for hands-on movie-making experience through the Portland Film Festival’s Future Filmmakers program. Many participants drove up from the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs to join the day-long workshop.

Thursday September 25th Launch: Portland Film Festival Lineup Announcement and Ticket Sales Begin

Stay tuned for the full lineup release on Thursday, September 25th. This year’s Festival will be held at the Center for Native Arts + Cultures on SE Belmont and 8th, celebrating the culture and voices of indigenous filmmakers with our independent slate of films from around the world.

16 Days Left to Cast Your Vote for Portland Film Festival—USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Best 10 Film Festivals List

USA TODAY 10 BEST READERS CHOICE FILM FESTIVAL GRAPHIC

The Portland Film Festival is excited to announce its inclusion in the voting for USA TODAY’s Reader’s Choice list of “Ten Best Film Festivals” Readers can vote once daily to support Portland’s unique and over decade long support of indepedent voices.

2024 Portland Film Festival Winning Films Announced. Congratulations and get ready for 2025!

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The Portland Film Festival celebrates the importance of independent voices and cinema in our culture with their selection of award-winning films from the 2024 festival. Out of the 90+ films screened during the four days, the following winners were selected:

INDIGENOUS STORIES Indie Film Series at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, Portland Oregon Tuesday November 5th 2024

The Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series is proud to present two films featuring Indigenous directors:
A short film: Handwoven and a feature film: For Walter and Josiah. BUY TICKETS NOW!

PORTLAND STORIES Indie Film Series at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, Portland Oregon Tuesday October 1st 2024

The Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series is proud to present two films featuring Portland directors: a short film Feelings Experiment and a feature film Sing to Me Sylvie. BUY TICKETS N OW !

LATINE STORIES – Indie Film Series at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, Portland Oregon Tuesday September 3rd 2024

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The Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series is proud to present two films featuring woman directors: a short film Esperanza’s Turn and a feature film Street Heroines. BUY TICKETS NOW !

HORROR – Indie Film Series at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, Portland Oregon Tuesday August 6th 2024

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The Portland Film Festival’s Indie Film Series is proud to present two films centering around the genre of horror: Beltane and a feature film Moon Garden.